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Information Systems Management
Master of Information Systems: — Full-time or part-time — Both programs are only on-campus — Customizable degree with a choice of electives
WashU's Master of Information Systems Management (MISM) from the Sever Institute at the McKelvey School Engineering is designed to help you advance with the knowledge, leadership and skills needed to understand, shape and lead as organizations increasingly expand their operations to digital platforms.
In this graduate program you will learn theories combined with real-world applications, strengthening your management acumen, collaborative problem solving, interpersonal communication and leadership competencies.
The program offers a customizable degree with a choice of electives from five (5) different emphasis areas that satisfy individual interests and allows one to specialize. MISM students attend courses in-person on the WashU campus, choosing either a full- or part-time schedule.
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Curriculum
This is a 30-unit (10-course) MISM degree program.
MISM courses are designed with input from employers, thought leaders and practitioners, and taught by leading professionals from throughout the information systems industry.
Students take core courses to learn managerial and technical acumen required to lead an IT enterprise, including governance, IT architecture and infrastructure, service delivery, data management strategy, risk management, and cybersecurity fundamentals.
The electives offered across five (5) emphasis areas allow a student to specialize in a certain discipline. The highly sought after Applied Data Analytics emphasis area clearly differentiates MISM program at Sever institute from similar programs at other institutions. The Applied Data Analytics, with four (4) highly targeted courses, prepares students to work as data scientists where they can analyze data, solve business problems, and develop AI solutions.
Gain advanced knowledge, elevate your critical thinking and improve your ability to ask the right strategic and operational questions. As important, build a lifelong network of working professionals and become a proud member of the Washington University alumni community.
Registration, Tuition Fees & Payment Policies
Qualified veterans: WashU McKelvey School of Engineering and the VA will cover 100 percent of your graduate tuition.
Although certificate programs do not qualify for federal loan programs, loans are still available for the master's degrees. For more information, contact Cindy Fields (mckelveygradfinancialaid@wustl.edu).
Program Checklists & Course Information
Each of our graduate programs has a unique mix of required coursework and additional electives. Courses are updated regularly to ensure our students are prepared for the latest in industry knowledge and application. Check out the Information Systems Management program checklist for both master's and graduate certificate requirements.
All course information, including course descriptions and section listings, can be found in our digital catalog the Bulletin.
